Accounts Payable Clerk

Preszler Injury Lawyers; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Preszler Injury Lawyers in Toronto is seeking an organized Accounts Payable Clerk to join our accounting team. You will process invoices and payments, reconcile accounts, and maintain accurate financial records across multiple entities.

This hands-on role requires sound judgment, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage deadlines while handling confidential information. The position is hybrid, with options for working across our Ontario offices.

Qualifications

• Two years of accounts payable, bookkeeping, or general accounting experience.
• Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field is an asset.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, general ledger coding, reconciliations, and basic controls.
• Experience with accounting software; Soluno or a legal accounting system is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial work.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with deadlines and priorities.
• Clear written and verbal communication; professional with vendors and staff.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting, intercompany transactions, or foreign-currency payments is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Process and record vendor invoices, credit card expenses, and staff reimbursements in the accounting system.
• Complete monthly credit card and bank reconciliations.
• Issue vendor payments (cheques, EFTs, wires) and manage returned cheques.
• Maintain PAD/EFT activity and support USD transactions (including exchange rate adjustments).
• Prepare and send monthly invoices to independent contractors (commissions/fees/overhead).
• Support intercompany billings, month-end transfers, and property-related payments/reconciliations.
• Coordinate insurance renewals and distribute certificates of insurance as needed.
• Ensure timely remittances/online filings (statutory deductions, levies, property taxes).
• Provide statements and transaction support to the external accountant; maintain organized records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Organizational skills

Multi-entity payments

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting/finance/business

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Soluno (or legal accounting system)

Job description

Location: Preszler Injury Lawyers – Toronto

Employment Type: Full-Time (hybrid)

Salary: $50,000.00 to $55,000.00

About Preszler Injury Lawyers

Preszler Injury Lawyers was established in 1959 by its founder, Robert P. Preszler. For over 60 years, Preszler Injury Lawyers has restricted its practice to claims arising from motor vehicle accidents, slip/trip and falls, product liability, sexual assault, wrongful dismissal, accident benefits, disability claims, and medical malpractice. Preszler Injury Lawyers exclusively represents Plaintiffs.

About the Role

We are seeking an organized, accurate, and dependable Accounts Payable Clerk to join our accounting team. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing invoices and payments, reconciling accounts, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting general accounting activities across the firm.

This is a hands‑on role for someone who is comfortable working with multiple entities, payment methods, currencies, and deadlines. The position requires sound judgment, strong follow‑through, and careful attention to financial controls and confidential information.

This position is for an existing vacancy

Responsibilities:

• Process and record vendor invoices, credit card expenses, and staff reimbursements in the accounting system
• Complete monthly credit card and bank reconciliations
• Issue vendor payments (cheques, EFTs, wires) and manage returned cheques/cheque inventory
• Maintain PAD/EFT activity and support USD transactions (including exchange rate adjustments)
• Prepare and send monthly invoices to independent contractors (commissions/fees/overhead)
• Support intercompany billings, month‑end transfers, and property‑related payments/reconciliations
• Coordinate insurance renewals and distribute certificates of insurance as needed
• Ensure timely remittances/online filings (statutory deductions, levies, property taxes as applicable)
• Provide statements and transaction support to the external accountant; maintain organized records

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum two years of accounts payable, bookkeeping, or general accounting experience
• Post‑secondary education in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field is an asset
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, general ledger coding, reconciliations, and basic accounting controls
• Experience using accounting software; experience with Soluno or another legal accounting system is an asset
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
• High attention to detail and a consistent commitment to accuracy
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and a professional approach to working with employees, vendors, and service providers
• Sound judgment and the ability to handle financial and confidential information with discretion
• Experience with multi‑entity accounting, intercompany transactions, or foreign‑currency payments is an asset

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is methodical, accountable, and comfortable taking ownership of recurring payment and reconciliation responsibilities. You should be able to identify discrepancies, investigate issues, and follow transactions through to resolution without losing sight of deadlines.

We are looking for someone who communicates clearly, maintains organized records, and works collaboratively with colleagues across the firm. Success in this role requires reliability, adaptability, and a practical approach to solving accounting and administrative issues.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.